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Compatibility with Nintendo Switch accessories

With some exceptions, Nintendo Switch accessories can continue to be used on Nintendo Switch 2.

Which accessories are compatible with Nintendo Switch 2?

AccessoryCompatible 
Nintendo Switch stylus Yes  
  • Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
  • Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) Controllers
  • Nintendo 64 (N64) Controller
  • SEGA Mega Drive Control Pad
Yes These accessories can be used by connecting wirelessly to Nintendo Switch 2. They can be charged by connecting them to the Nintendo Switch 2 dock via a USB cable.

You cannot exit sleep mode on Nintendo Switch 2 using the HOME Button on Nintendo Switch controllers.
Nintendo Switch dock No The Nintendo Switch dock is not compatible with Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch adjustable charging stand No  
Nintendo Switch AC adapter No The power output is insufficient to use Nintendo Switch 2 in TV mode.

It is possible to charge a Nintendo Switch 2 console using it.
Nintendo GameCube Controller adapter Yes This accessory can be used in TV mode by connecting via a USB port on the Nintendo Switch 2 dock.
Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Controllers Yes These accessories can be used by connecting wirelessly to Nintendo Switch 2. However, they cannot be charged on the Nintendo Switch 2 console. A Nintendo Switch console or accessory such as a Joy-Con charging grip or Joy-Con charging stand (two-way) is required.
microSD cards No Nintendo Switch 2 is designed exclusively for microSD Express cards, which allow for faster data transfer compared to the conventional microSD card.
  • Joy-Con strap
  • Joy-Con grip
  • Joy-Con charging grip
  • Joy-Con wheel
  • Leg Strap
  • Ring-Con
  • Joy-Con AA battery pack
No These accessories cannot be used with the Joy-Con 2 controllers. They are only compatible with Nintendo Switch Joy-Con.

When playing on Nintendo Switch 2, the Leg Strap can be used with Nintendo Switch Sports, and the Ring-Con with Ring Fit Adventure, by connecting Nintendo Switch Joy-Con wirelessly.
Joy-Con controllers Yes These accessories can be used by connecting wirelessly to Nintendo Switch 2. However, they cannot be charged on the Nintendo Switch 2 console. A Nintendo Switch console or accessory such as a Joy-Con charging grip or Joy-Con charging stand (two-way) is required.

You cannot exit sleep mode on Nintendo Switch 2 using the HOME Button on Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers.
High Speed HDMI™ Cable included with Nintendo Switch No It is not compatible as the HDMI cable standards differ.

In order to maximise the performance of Nintendo Switch 2, please use the Ultra High Speed HDMI™ Cable included with Nintendo Switch 2.

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